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2 Your guide to This leaflet shows the available contraceptive methods, explains how they work, how effective they are and the main advantages and disadvantages. The figures quoted in this leaflet for how well each method works are based on extensive independent research. Contraception needs to be used until the menopause. That is, until a woman has not had a period for two years if aged under 50, and for one year if over 50. This advice may be different for women using hormonal. How do I choose which method to use? There are many methods of to choose from and it is worth taking the time to find out more about each one so that you can choose that suits you. There are two methods of specifically for men the male condom and male sterilisation and 13 for women. You can find more detailed information about each method at uk. You can also talk through the different methods with a doctor or nurse. Some of the things you might want to think about are: O whether you (or a partner) want to become pregnant fairly soon, many years away or not at all O how you (and a partner) want to suit your lifestyle O whether you (or a partner) want to use the
3 method every day, every time you have sex or less often. Your answers should influence your decision about what to use. Is free and where can I go to get it? You can obtain free, including emergency, from: O a general practice, unless they say they don t provide services O a clinic or a sexual health clinic O a young people s service (these will have an upper age limit) O some genitourinary medicine (GUM) clinics. You can also get the emergency contraceptive pill Levonelle free from: O most NHS walk-in centres (England only) and minor injuries units O some hospital accident and emergency departments (phone first to check) O most pharmacies (there may be an age limit). If you are 16 or over you can buy the emergency contraceptive pill Levonelle from most pharmacies. They may also sell the emergency contraceptive pill ellaone, condoms, diaphragms, caps and spermicide. How can I find a contraceptive service? The Sexual Health Information Line provides confidential advice and information on all aspects of sexual health. The number is and the service is available from Monday to Friday from
4 9am - 8pm and at weekends from 11am - 4pm. For additional information on sexual health visit Information for young people can be found at Clinics To locate your closest clinic you can: O Use Find a Clinic at O Download FPA s Find a Clinic app for iphone or Android. You can find details of general practices and pharmacies in England at and in Wales at In Scotland you can find details of general practices at and in Northern Ireland at Emergency If you have had sex without, or think your method might have failed, there are different types of emergency you can use. O An emergency contraceptive pill containing levonorgestrel can be taken up to three days (72 hours) after sex. More effective the earlier it is taken after sex. Available with a prescription or to buy from a pharmacy. There are different brands but they all work the same way. O An emergency contraceptive pill containing ulipristal acetate can be taken up to five days (120 hours) after sex. Available with a prescription or to buy from a pharmacy. ellaone is the only brand in the UK. O An IUD can be fitted up to five days after sex, or up to five days after the earliest time you could have released an egg (ovulation).
5 Ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist about getting emergency pills in advance, just in case you need them. How does emergency work? Emergency contraceptive pills are most likely to stop or delay ovulation (the release of an egg). They may also stop a fertilised egg settling (implanting) in the uterus. The emergency IUD may stop an egg being fertilised or implanting. How effective is emergency? Emergency can be very effective, especially if you have an IUD fitted or if the emergency contraceptive pill is taken soon after sex. However, it is not as effective as using other methods of regularly and does not protect you against sexually transmitted infections. Can I use breastfeeding as a form of? Breastfeeding is 98 per cent effective in preventing pregnancy, providing: O you are fully breastfeeding this means you are not giving your baby any other liquid or solid food or O you are nearly fully breastfeeding this means mainly breastfeeding your baby and infrequently giving your baby other liquids and O your baby is less than six months old and O you have no periods. See the FPA booklet Your Guide to Contraceptive Choices After You ve Had Your Baby at
6 What if I become pregnant? No method of is perfect. If you think you could be pregnant, do a pregnancy test as soon as possible. You can do a test from the first day of a missed period before this time the level of pregnancy hormone, human chorionic gonadotrophin (hcg) may be too low to show up on a test and you may get a negative result even though you are pregnant. If you don t know when your next period is due, the earliest time to do a test is 21 days after unprotected sex. If you are pregnant you need to think about what you want to do. You can choose to: O continue with the pregnancy and keep the baby O end the pregnancy by having an abortion O continue with the pregnancy and have the baby adopted. You can get further information from the FPA booklet Pregnant and Don t Know What to Do? A Guide to Your Options? at Sexually transmitted infections Most methods of do not protect you from sexually transmitted infections. Male and female condoms, when used correctly and consistently, can help protect against sexually transmitted infections. If you can, avoid using spermicidally lubricated condoms. The spermicide commonly contains a chemical called Nonoxinol 9, which does not protect against HIV and may even increase the risk of infection.
7 Methods with no user failure me Contraceptive injection Implant Effectiveness How it works Over 99 per cent effective. Less than four women in 1,000 will get pregnant over two years. Releases the hormone progestogen which stops ovulation, thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm reaching an egg, and thins the lining of the uterus (womb) to prevent a fertilised egg implanting. Over 99 per cent effective. Less than one woman in 1,000 will get pregnant over three years. Small flexible rod put under the skin of the upper arm. Releases the hormone progestogen. It stops ovulation, thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm reaching an egg, and thins the lining of the uterus to prevent a fertilised egg implanting. Advantages O Lasts for 13 weeks (Depo- Provera and Sayana Press) or eight weeks (Noristerat). O You can use it if you are breastfeeding. O You don t have to think about for as long as the injection lasts. O Works for three years but can be taken out sooner. O You don t have to think about for as long as the implant is in place. O When the implant is removed your fertility will return to normal. Disadvantages O Periods may stop, be irregular or last longer. O Periods and fertility may take time to return after stopping the injection. O Some women gain weight. O Periods may stop, be irregular or last longer. O Acne may occur, or worsen. O It requires a small procedure to fit and remove it. Comments O The injection cannot be removed from the body so any side-effects may continue for as long as it works and for some time afterwards. O Not affected by other medicines, diarrhoea or vomiting. O Put in using a local anaesthetic and no stitches are needed. O Tenderness, bruising and some swelling may occur. O You should be able to feel the implant with your fingers, but it can t be seen. O Some medicines may stop the implant from working.
8 thods that do not depend on you rem Intrauterine system (IUS) Jaydess and Mirena Over 99 per cent effective. Less than one woman in 100 will get pregnant over five years. Intrauterine device (IUD) Over 99 per cent effective. Less than two women in 100 will get pregnant over five years. A small T-shaped plastic device which slowly releases the hormone progestogen is put into the uterus. It thins the lining of the uterus to prevent a fertilised egg implanting and thickens the cervical mucus which makes it difficult for sperm to meet an egg. O Mirena works for five years. O Jaydess works for three years. O Both can be taken out sooner. O You don t have to think about for as long as the IUS is in place. O With Mirena periods usually become lighter, shorter and sometimes less painful. O When the IUS is removed your fertility will return to normal. O Irregular bleeding or spotting is common in the first six months. O Periods may stop altogether. O Very small chance of getting an infection during the first 20 days after insertion. O May get ovarian cysts. O Insertion can be uncomfortable. A small plastic and copper device is put into the uterus. It stops sperm reaching an egg, and may also stop a fertilised egg implanting in the uterus. O Works as soon as it is put in. O Can stay in 5 10 years depending on type, but can be taken out at any time. O You don t have to think about cotraception for as long as the IUD is in place. O When the IUD is removed your fertility will return to normal. O May not be suitable for women at risk of getting a sexually transmitted infection. O Periods may be heavier or longer and more painful. O Very small chance of getting an infection during the first 20 days after insertion. O Insertion can be uncomfortable. O If fitted after 45 Mirena can stay in place until the menopause. O Women are taught to check the IUS is in place. O Mirena can be helpful for women with very heavy and/or painful periods. O A check for any existing infection is usually advised before an IUS is put in. O Not affected by other medicines. O If fitted after 40 it can stay in place until the menopause. O Women are taught to check the IUD is in place. O A check for any existing infection is usually advised before an IUD is put in. O Not affected by other medicines.
9 embering to take or use them. Female sterilisation (tubal occlusion) The overall failure rate is about one in 200. This is a permanent method, suitable for people who are sure they never want children or do not want more children. The fallopian tubes are cut, sealed or blocked by an operation. This stops the egg and sperm meeting. Male sterilisation (vasectomy) About one in 2,000 male sterilisations fail. This is a permanent method, suitable for people who are sure they never want children or do not want more children. The tubes (vas deferens) that carry sperm from the testicles to the penis are cut, sealed or tied. O It cannot easily be reversed. O Once the operation has worked, you don t have to think about. O Periods are unaffected. O It cannot easily be reversed. O Once the operation has worked, you don t have to think about. O Usually performed under a local anaesthetic. O All operations carry some risk, but the risk of serious complications is low. O There is a small increased risk of ectopic pregnancy if female sterilisation fails. O You will need a general or local anaesthetic. O Contraception must be used until a semen test shows that no sperm are left. This can take at least eight weeks. O Some men may experience ongoing testicle pain but this is not common.treatment for this is often unsuccessful. O Should not be chosen if in any doubt, and counselling is important. O You may experience discomfort or some pain for a short time after sterilisation. It is important to rest and avoid strenuous activity for a while after the procedure. O Should not be chosen if in any doubt, and counselling is important. O You may experience discomfort or some pain for a short time after sterilisation. It is important to rest and avoid strenuous activity for a while after the procedure.
10 Methods with user failure methods Contraceptive vaginal ring Over 99 per cent effective if used according to instructions. Less than one woman in 100 will get pregnant in a year. Contraceptive patch Over 99 per cent effective if used according to instructions. Less than one woman in 100 will get pregnant in a year. A small, flexible, plastic ring put into the vagina releases estrogen and progestogen. It stops ovulation, thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm reaching an egg, and thins the lining of the uterus to prevent a fertilised egg implanting. A small patch stuck on the skin releases two hormones, estrogen and progestogen. It stops ovulation, thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm reaching an egg, and thins the lining of the uterus to prevent a fertilised egg implanting. O You don t have to think about it every day. O It is not affected if you vomit or have diarrhoea. O Can make periods regular, lighter and less painful. O It is easy to insert and remove. O You don t have to think about it every day. O It is not affected if you vomit or have diarrhoea. O Periods will usually become more regular, lighter and less painful. O It improves acne for some women. O Not suitable for very overweight women or smokers over 35 years. O Low risk of serious side-effects such as blood clots, breast and cervical cancer. O Can be temporary side-effects including increased vaginal discharge, headaches, nausea, breast tenderness and mood changes. O Not suitable for very overweight women or smokers over 35 years. O Low risk of serious side-effects such as blood clots, breast and cervical cancer. O Can be temporary side-effects such as headaches, nausea, mood changes and breast tenderness. O Possible skin irritation. O Women must be comfortable with inserting and removing it. O Ring is used for three weeks out of four. O Some medicines can make it less effective. O Breakthrough bleeding and spotting may occur in the first few months. O May be seen. O New patch is used each week for three weeks out of four. O Some medicines can make it less effective. O Breakthrough bleeding and spotting is common in the first few months.
11 you have to use and think about regula Combined pill (COC) Over 99 per cent effective if taken according to instructions. Less than one woman in 100 will get pregnant in a year. Progestogen-only pill (POP) Over 99 per cent effective if taken according to instructions. Less than one woman in 100 will get pregnant in a year. Contains two hormones estrogen and progestogen. It stops ovulation, thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm reaching an egg and thins the lining of the uterus to prevent a fertilised egg implanting. Contains the hormone progestogen, which thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm reaching an egg. In some cycles it stops ovulation. O Usually makes periods regular, lighter and less painful. O Reduces risk of cancer of the ovary, uterus and colon. O Suitable for healthy non-smokers up to the age of 50. O When you stop using the combined pill your fertility will return to normal. O Can be used by women who cannot use estrogen. O Can be used by women who smoke and are over 35. O You can use it if you are breastfeeding. O Not suitable for very overweight women or smokers over 35 years. O Low risk of serious side-effects such as blood clots, breast and cervical cancer. O Can be temporary side-effects such as headaches, nausea, mood changes and breast tenderness. O Periods may stop, or be irregular, light, or more frequent. O May be temporary side-effects such as acne, breast tenderness, weight change and headaches. O May get ovarian cysts. O Missing pills, vomiting or severe, long-lasting diarrhoea can make it less effective. O Some medicines can make it less effective. O Breakthrough bleeding and spotting is common in the first few months. O It needs to be taken at the same time each day. O Not effective if taken over three hours late (12 hours for POPs containing desogestrel such as Cerazette) or after vomiting or severe, long-lasting diarrhoea. O Some medicines may make it less effective.
12 rly or each time you have sex. Must b Male condom 98 per cent effective if used according to instructions. Two women in 100 will get pregnant in a year. Female condom 95 per cent effective if used according to instructions. Five women in 100 will get pregnant in a year. Made of very thin latex (rubber) or polyurethane (plastic) it is put over the erect penis and stops sperm from entering the vagina. Made of soft thin polyurethane which loosely lines the vagina and covers the area just outside, and stops sperm from entering the vagina. O Free from and sexual health clinics and young people s services, and some general practices and GUM clinics, and sold widely. O Can help protect from sexually transmitted infections. O No serious side-effects. O Additional spermicide is not needed or recommended. O May slip off or split if not used correctly or is the wrong size or shape. O Man needs to withdraw as soon as he has ejaculated and before the penis goes soft, being careful not to spill any semen. O Can be put in any time before sex. O Can help protect both partners from sexually transmitted infections. O Oil-based products can be used with female condoms. O No serious side-effects. O Additional spermicide is not needed or recommended. O Need to make sure the man s penis enters the condom and not between the vagina and the condom. O May get pushed into the vagina. O Not as widely available as male condoms. O Must be put on before the penis touches the woman s genital area. O Oil-based products damage latex condoms, but can be used with polyurethane condoms. O Available in different shapes and sizes. O Advised to use extra lubricant when using condoms for anal sex. O Use a new condom each time and follow the instructions carefully. O Sold online and in some pharmacies and free from and sexual health clinics and young people s services, and some general practices and GUM clinics.
13 e used according to instructions. Diaphragm/cap with spermicide Diaphragms and caps are per cent effective when used with spermicide. Between four and eight women in 100 will get pregnant in a year. A flexible latex or silicone device, used with spermicide, is put into the vagina to cover the cervix. This stops sperm from entering the uterus and meeting an egg. O Can be put in any time before sex. O You only have to use it when you have sex. O No serious health risks. O Extra spermicide is needed if you have sex again. O Some people can be sensitive to spermicide. O Can take time to learn how to use correctly. O You need to use the correct size. O You may need a different size after you have had a baby, miscarriage or abortion. O Needs to be left in for six hours after sex. Natural family planning If used according to teaching and instructions, up to 99 per cent effective. Up to one woman in 100 will get pregnant in a year. The fertile and infertile times of the menstrual cycle are identified by noting the different fertility indicators. This shows when you can have sex without risking pregnancy. O No physical side-effects. O Gives a woman a greater awareness of her body. O Can also be used to plan a pregnancy. O Need to avoid sex or use a condom at fertile times of the cycle. O It takes 3 6 menstrual cycles to learn effectively. O You have to keep daily records. O Persona is a small handheld computerised monitor with urine test sticks, which measure hormonal changes. Persona predicts the fertile and infertile times of the menstrual cycle. If used correctly it can be 94 per cent effective. Effectiveness How it works Advantages Disadvantages Comments
14 A final word This booklet can only give you general information. The information is based on evidence-guided research from the World Health Organisation and The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. All methods of come with a Patient Information Leaflet which provides detailed information about the method. Remember - contact your doctor, practice nurse or a sexual health clinic if you are worried or unsure about anything. The Sexual Health Line is provided by the Department of Health. This booklet is produced by the sexual health charity FPA, registered charity number Limited liability company registered in England, number FPA does not run the Sexual Health Line. FPA January Reprinted January Crown Copyright Public Health England. ISBN The information in this booklet was accurate at the time of going to print. Booklets are reviewed regularly. Next edition available in If you would like the information on the evidence used to produce this booklet or would like to provide us with feedback about this booklet feedback@fpa.org.uk Ref: 1016
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